Garlic Parmesan Chicken Rotini
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Rotini is a creamy and savory pasta dish that brings comfort to your dinner table. Featuring tender chicken, rotini pasta, and a rich garlic sauce, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With its delightful flavors and quick preparation, it’s sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3 breasts)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper, cooking for about 6 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from heat and slice into bite-sized pieces.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in heavy cream and stir gently; mix in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Add cooked rotini and sliced chicken to the sauce; toss until well coated and heated through (about 2 minutes).
- Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg